The keeper's brilliant form has not escaped the attention of those in the Netherlands either, with Krul becoming a regular on the international scene recently.

The shot-stopper is reportedly viewed as a serious contender for the first-choice goalkeeping spot by national manager Louis van Gaal, who handed Krul his first start for the Oranje against Turkey on Friday night.

With the player now having his injury assessed by the medical team at Newcastle, both Van Gaal and Magpies boss Alan Pardew will be hoping there is no extensive damage.